Grades : Grade 09,
Grade 10,
Grade 11,
Grade 12,
Activity Type : Event (EN) Duration : 60 minutes Subject : Course Code(s) : Min / Max : 15 / 35 students + adults Price :
Tax Exempt : $10 , 1 adult free per 2 students
Tuesday, May 06, 2025.
On May 5, the National Day of Awareness for Missing and Murdered Indigenous Women, Girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ Peoples (MMIW+) provides an important opportunity to reflect on the ongoing crisis and the lives of those affected. At the ROM, we recognize the significance of this day to raise awareness, honour the memory of the lost, and acknowledge the resilience and strength of Indigenous communities. We will gather in the theatre at ROM on May 6 to reflect on this day.
Through this impactful session, students will gain insight into the historical and contemporary injustices faced by Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ peoples. Educators will guide discussions on the social, cultural, and systemic factors contributing to the MMIW+ crisis, while offering a platform for Indigenous voices and perspectives.
Participants will also engage in a respectful exploration of the cultural practices, traditions, and ceremonies that support healing, resilience, and community building. Students will have the opportunity to reflect on their own roles in creating a safer and more respectful world for Indigenous peoples, especially for those who continue to face violence and discrimination.
This day is an invitation to honour the lives of missing and murdered individuals, listen to stories of strength and survival, and learn how we can all contribute to the collective work of healing and justice.
We encourage educators to bring their students to this vital and reflective day of learning, empowering them to stand in solidarity and support efforts toward awareness, justice, and meaningful change.
Learning goals:
Understanding Indigenous ways of being, knowing, and doing.
Showcasing the diversity of First Nations, Metis, and Inuit cultures across what is Now Known as Canada. Indigenous Peoples are not one homogeneous group.
Students will gain insight into the historical and contemporary injustices faced by Indigenous women, girls, and 2SLGBTQQIA+ peoples and the epidemic known as MMIW+
Students will listen to stories of strength and survival, and learn how we can all contribute to the collective work of healing and justice
Raise cultural awareness and understanding of Indigenous days of importance
Understand current inequities Indigenous peoples face in what is now known as Canada.
Grades
Strands
9
NAC10, CGC1D
10
NAC20, CHC2D, CHC2P
11
NDA3M, NBV3C, NBV3E, HSG3M, HSE3E, HRT3M
12
NDW4M, NDG4M, CHI4U, HHS4U, HHS4C
Program content and availability subject to change.
Booking Information
President's Choice School Entrance hours
Tuesdays to Fridays – 10:00 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
Bookings are for Ontario-based groups only. Groups may include schools or educational groups with children/youth aged 11 to 18.
NEW! In keeping with standard practices at major attractions, ROM has implemented metal detectors and mandatory bag checks at all entrances to the Museum. To ensure quick entry, we recommend that visitors bring a minimum of belongings for their visit. More information on prohibited items can be found here.
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All groups of children and youth must be accompanied by their teachers/adult chaperones at all times.
$10 /person
Tax Exempt : $10
1 adult free per 2 students
Activity Type : Event (EN) Duration : 60 minutes Subject : Course Code(s) : Min / Max : 15 / 35 students + adults
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